My folk-art imagery reflects my multi-cultural background and my fascination with folkart from around the world. Inspiration comes from memories collected during my African childhood with its animals and grasslands, a sojourn in the green South of England and time spent in Connecticut, Tennessee, Utah and Ohio.

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Saturday, August 30, 2008

have struggled a little with the time change. I was really happy to have my new house quilt with me on the plane as I had a few delays as well as long lay overs. That's what happens when you try and save a few dollars on a more reasonable flight price. I am always amazed at how many people have idle hands, this is always one of my best times to stitch, no interruptions and it sure makes the time pass quickly.

Here is a sneak preview of my new quilt along with more beads I just can not resist. As you can see I just love the combination of hand dyed wool and fun cottons along with many yarn and bead embellishments. It is hard to know when to stop. The only reason I am hustling is that I may be teaching this quilt early next year and will be needing to have it photographed shortly. It will also be an upcoming book in the spring.

Along with this quilt I am working on my 2008 BOM. I am very excited with its progress along with all 13 birds that will appear on the quilt. Here is one with a little attitude.

Today I have just been writing my newsletter for September and here is a new kit 'Red Clover' that will be available as soon as the updates are made. This quilt was featured in the Australian Homespun Magazine earlier this year. I had fun using hand dyed wool, raw silk, velvet and cottons and embellishing with fibers, beads and buttons.

I have been on the computer all day and have grumpy teenagers to feed so I am going to call it quits for the night.

Hope you all get some stitching time it sure makes me a happier person.

Sue Spargo Twee

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About Me

Southern Africa influenced my life and creativity. I was born in Zambia and received my education in South Africa. I moved to England; this shift between two very different cultures inspired many of my designs. The stark contrasts between the arid beige and browns of the African bushveld and the lush greens of the rolling hills of Southern England have been a rich source of ideas. I am influenced by the energy and color of traditional African designs. These early experiences combined to stir my love of “primitive” arts and crafts.
In 1989 I moved to Connecticut and subsequently to Tennessee, Utah and Ohio. Each new State presented sharp contrasts and stirred new ideas. With each move I met many wonderful quilt enthusiasts and through them added abundantly to my knowledge and creativity. Quilt makers are special people.
I now focus on:
- design of quilted items using textural fabrics and embellishments
- workshops and retreats
- creating books and patterns.
My other absorbing passions include the four unique, strong and fulfilling personalities that are my children, tending my flowers and traveling to exciting destinations